why can’t consumers purchase the phone seperately, then choose the cell phone provider? with all of the additional expenses of owning a new high-tech phone, your pocketbook becomes empty by the time your bill comes knocking down your door. when you finally splurge and purchase the new-fangled pda at $399, of course, with the signing of a 2-year contract, you find yourself purchasing additional programs, ringtones, insurance, etc. it’s ridiculous!

and the extra fees and taxes piled on to my normal $59.99/month plan?! i end up spending at least $15-20 extra, per month. i am not even sure what half of the fees are on my bill.